Glasgow Caledonian University
speciality: Biological Sciences

This university is very student-centred and really listens to their opinions. There are plenty of resources to use, and there are constant events for the students to attend and meet others. The library is amazing and provides a great space to study, with plenty of space. I enjoy the levels in the library dedicated to different sound levels.

This university actually takes in students’ opinions and works on changing class policy based on student feedback. They have a lot of events always running. As a Canadian International student, I found this university comfortable and made a lot of friends.

Fantastic campus and school. There are several chances to make new friends in groups, workplaces, residence halls, and classes. A really beneficial seminar was offered to me during my first year of college to help me make up my mind about what I wanted to do. Great local eateries and activities are also available. Hiking in the college woods is a pastime of mine. Great school overall, and I heartily recommend attending.

I did the MSc in Nutrition and Public Health at GCU in 2016. I came from Spain to do it and I was quite afraid of studying in English as it’s not my first language… however, I could not have gotten more support from absolutely everyone there! I always got personalized attention and advice when needed, and extra help and extension dates when I broke my wrist and couldn’t sit the final exam.
I loved the fact that almost every module had 3 types of class: theory, seminar and practical. This made it very fluent/interactive and never boring. I even enjoyed the cooking sessions! (And I hate cooking).
What was more challenging was the type of exams, as some of them were 3 hours long essays and I had never done that before. However, it all turned out well and I managed to pass the Masters 🙂
The fact that GCU has a students accommodation right in front of the uni was absolutely perfect, as I could go home to eat lunch during the breaks if I wanted to. I also loved the gym facilities and the student bar!
In conclusion, I only have good memories from GCU and the way they teach. Was a lot of fun.

The material taught is very interesting. The laboratory experience gained is very enjoyable and informative. Staff could improve on transferring their knowledge in a clearer way. Facilities are really nice and provide all the tools a student needs through their university career.

I don’t think GCU offer the Masters’s program in Clinical health and Nutrition anymore, but it was a great course, with relevant modules and course content and a very enjoyable year. Could do with more career support at the end and after completion of the course

So far my experience has been excellent at GCU. I have nothing to complain about as a researcher student at SHLS. I have a great staff working with me, highly equipped laboratories, and a comfortable office.

Full-fledged eye clinic with a fairly diverse patient base so students get a great deal of hands-on experience in the later part of their degree. The optometric scope of practice is expanding, especially in Scotland, so the syllabus places an increasingly heavy emphasis on secondary care (e.g., providing pharmaceutical interventions), which is great if you enjoy the clinical aspect of optometry. The school is also home to the Vision Research Group, which has carried out some notable research in the area of face perception and physiological optics (e.g., accommodation). The optometry department is also associated with some highly regarded work in dry eye in the past, TFOS etc.

I had a laboratory-based programme, where I got really valuable experience with many different techniques and devices that have helped me to grow as a scientist from the very beginning.
Teachers and staff make you feel welcome and if you have a problem, they try to help you as much as they can.
I had a really good experience.

I am so pleased to be part of this institution that has always listened to my side of the story, providing support without bias. I recommend everyone to apply to GCU, it is not just a learning environment but also a home away from home.